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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-russia-against-outside-influence-in-internal-matters-of-any-nation-modi-247605">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a>, on the sidelines of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-russia-against-outside-influence-in-internal-matters-of-any-nation-modi-247605">India-Russia Summit</a> and Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held bilaterals with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Thursday touched upon the details of the three engagements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and PM Modi discussed Africa and strengthening ties in trade, defence and economy between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar, "A global partnership reinforced by robust bilateral ties PM @narendramodi met with PM @AbeShinzo on the margins of 5th EEF in #Vladivostok. Discussed deepening multi-faceted ties in economic, defense &amp; security, start-up &amp; 5G areas and exchanged views on regional situation," he tweeted.</p>

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<p>This is the third meeting between Modi and Abe in a period of three months. In June, the two leaders held talks at the G-20 Summit in Osaka while they again met at the G7 Summit in Biarritz in August.</p>

<p>"Continuous engagement for concrete bilateral ties. Prime Ministers @AbeShinzo and @narendramodi meet in Vladivostok. This meeting comes after leaders interacted at the G-20 Summit in Osaka and @G7 in Biarritz. A wide range of subjects are being discussed in today`s meeting," a tweet from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) read.</p>

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<p>Regional trade cooperation was taken up with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad. Malaysia conveyed its position against any form terror and stated that officials from both the countries are in touch regarding the matter of Zakir Naik's extradition.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With the Mongolian President, PM Modi talked about boosting people-to-people connect and the cultural, spiritual connection between the two nations. The leaders&nbsp;also discussed ways to tackle air pollution. India will be taking up the project of building a major oil refinery in Mongolia to meet the country's needs.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Foreign Secy Vijay Gokhale: A lot of discussion was on bilateral relationship with particular emphasis on the forthcoming visit of Japanese Prime Minister to India for the Annual Summit that would take place sometime in December. Dates will be negotiated &amp; announced in due course <a href="https://t.co/qZdBgH44V6">https://t.co/qZdBgH44V6</a> <a href="https://t.co/OKZuDQ4zL0">pic.twitter.com/OKZuDQ4zL0</a></p>
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<p>The prime minister is slated to have a packed schedule on the second day of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-president-putin-hold-bilateral-talks-in-vladivostok-exchange-several-mous-247560">Russia visit</a> today. To begin with, he will attend the plenary session of EEF, visit India Pavillion and will take part in a series of bilaterals with &nbsp;Russia. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Vladivostok for participating in the 20th India-Russia annual bilateral summit and fifth edition of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF).</p>

<p>Modi, along with Putin, will address the summit as the chief guest later today. This is the Prime Minister's maiden visit to the Russian Far East region. He will head for India later in the evening.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the India-Russia Summit and Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held bilaterals with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the India-Russia Summit and Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held bilaterals with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia. In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Thursday touched upon the details of the three engagements. Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and PM Modi discussed Africa and strengthening ties in trade, defence and economy between the two countries. According to MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar, "A global partnership reinforced by robust bilateral ties PM @narendramodi met with PM @AbeShinzo on the margins of 5th EEF in #Vladivostok. Discussed deepening multi-faceted ties in economic, defense & security, start-up & 5G areas and exchanged views on regional situation," he tweeted. Foreign Secy on PM Modi-Japan's PM meeting: It's (Indo-Pacific) an issue on which Japan-India share similar views. PM Abe spoke of free&open Indo-Pacific & imp.of bilateral coop,on economic side&in terms of people-to-people relations to build secure&prosperous Indo-Pacific region pic.twitter.com/WWuq5gtlz3 — ANI (@ANI) September 5, 2019 × This is the third meeting between Modi and Abe in a period of three months. In June, the two leaders held talks at the G-20 Summit in Osaka while they again met at the G7 Summit in Biarritz in August. "Continuous engagement for concrete bilateral ties. Prime Ministers @AbeShinzo and @narendramodi meet in Vladivostok. This meeting comes after leaders interacted at the G-20 Summit in Osaka and @G7 in Biarritz. A wide range of subjects are being discussed in today`s meeting," a tweet from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) read. Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on PM Modi's meeting with PM of Malaysia: Prime Minister Modi raised the issue of Zakir Naik's extradition. Both the parties have decided that our officials will stay in contact regarding the matter and it is an important issue for us. pic.twitter.com/Av84Rds4p3 — ANI (@ANI) September 5, 2019 × Regional trade cooperation was taken up with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad. Malaysia conveyed its position against any form terror and stated that officials from both the countries are in touch regarding the matter of Zakir Naik's extradition. Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale: Both leaders have agreed that the first 2+2 Ministerial meeting i.e. the Foreign and Defence Ministers of the two countries will have a meeting preferably before this Annual Summit. pic.twitter.com/SWUtCzrbnX — ANI (@ANI) September 5, 2019 × With the Mongolian President, PM Modi talked about boosting people-to-people connect and the cultural, spiritual connection between the two nations. The leaders also discussed ways to tackle air pollution. India will be taking up the project of building a major oil refinery in Mongolia to meet the country's needs. Foreign Secy Vijay Gokhale: A lot of discussion was on bilateral relationship with particular emphasis on the forthcoming visit of Japanese Prime Minister to India for the Annual Summit that would take place sometime in December. Dates will be negotiated & announced in due course https://t.co/qZdBgH44V6 pic.twitter.com/OKZuDQ4zL0 — ANI (@ANI) September 5, 2019 × The prime minister is slated to have a packed schedule on the second day of Russia visit today. To begin with, he will attend the plenary session of EEF, visit India Pavillion and will take part in a series of bilaterals with Russia. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Vladivostok for participating in the 20th India-Russia annual bilateral summit and fifth edition of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). Modi, along with Putin, will address the summit as the chief guest later today. This is the Prime Minister's maiden visit to the Russian Far East region. He will head for India later in the evening. (With inputs from ANI)

Ahead to day-2 of packed Russia visit, PM Modi holds talks with Japanese and Malaysian counterparts

Indian Ministry of External Affairs today briefed media on Indian PM Narendra Modi's Russia visit.

MEA briefs media on PM Modi's Russia visit

Vladivostok: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday, on day 2 of his 36-hour short visit to Russia. The meeting comes after the world leaders interacted at the G-20 Summit in Japan's Osaka and G7 Summit in France's Biarritz.

PM Modi holds talks with Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended an international judo tournament here along with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and interacted with the Indian players.

PM Modi attends judo tournament with Putin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced a landmark decision of giving a line of credit worth $1 Billion for the development of the Far East region in Russia. This is the first time that India is giving a line of credit for a particular region of another country.

PM Narendra Modi announces $1billion line of credit for development of Russia's Far East region

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the plenary session of Eastern Economic Forum in Russia and announced extending $1 billion line of credit for the development of Russia's Far East. He is the chief guest at the Forum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This will be the first time when any such line of credit is being extended to a particular region of a country. The move is in accordance with India's Act East policy and can be seen as a take-off point of the same, the prime minister added.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his address, the prime minister hailed the people of Russia, Vladivostok and Russia's Far East.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"For the development of the Far East, India has decided to extend a line of credit of $1 billion," the prime minister announced.</p>

<p>"I was invited to the event by President Putin even before the elections invited," the prime minister said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The people of the Far East have stood the test of time and nature's challenges," he said, adding that the people are inspiring and that India is moved by the vision of its people and share it as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Eastern Economic Forum is an initiative which should reach all parts of the world," PM Modi said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russian Far East is the easternmost territory of Russia between Lake Baikal in eastern Siberia and the Pacific Ocean and shares a land border with Mongolia, China and Korea and maritime border with the US and Japan.</p>

<p>Explaining India's connect with that part of Russia, the prime minister said "India's connection with the Far East is old. India was the first country to open its consulate in Vladivostok. Even during Soviet time, while other foreigners were prohibited to visit the part of Russia, Indians could easily visit".</p>

<p>Highlighting India's investment in the oil, gas sector and gems sector, PM Modi said," "this area is an opportunity for India" and President Putin's focus on the region has turned the area from "frozen land to flower land"</p>

<p>He said India wants to work with Russia for the development of Russian Far East and "President Putin has a vision for this region" adding, like Russia, "India has a policy of <em>sabka sath sabka vikas</em> and the aim is to make India $5 trillion economy BY 2024".</p>

<p>Talking about Vladivostok-Chennai maritime connect, PM Modi said it will help Indian products reach northeast Asia. PM also mentioned about Indo-Pacific concept and called for "free and inclusive Indo-Pacific". New Delhi believes that Vladivostok can be a springboard for US-India led Indo-Pacific concept that connects the Indian and Pacific ocean but is seen suspiciously by China as an attempt to contain it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-russia-against-outside-influence-in-internal-matters-of-any-nation-modi-247605">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a>&nbsp;held talks with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia.</p>

<p>In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Thursday touched upon the details of the three engagements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and PM Modi discussed Africa and strengthening ties in trade, defence and economy between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Regional trade cooperation was taken up with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad. Malaysia conveyed its position against any form of terror and stated that officials from both the countries are in touch regarding the matter of Zakir Naik's extradition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the Mongolian President, PM Modi talked about boosting people-to-people connect and the cultural, spiritual connection between the two nations. The leaders also discussed ways to tackle air pollution. India will be taking up the project of building a major oil refinery in Mongolia to meet the country's needs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the Prime Minister's maiden visit to the Russian Far East region. He will head for India later in the evening.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the plenary session of Eastern Economic Forum in Russia and announced extending $1 billion line of credit for the development of Russia's Far East.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the plenary session of Eastern Economic Forum in Russia and announced extending $1 billion line of credit for the development of Russia's Far East. He is the chief guest at the Forum. This will be the first time when any such line of credit is being extended to a particular region of a country. The move is in accordance with India's Act East policy and can be seen as a take-off point of the same, the prime minister added. During his address, the prime minister hailed the people of Russia, Vladivostok and Russia's Far East. "For the development of the Far East, India has decided to extend a line of credit of $1 billion," the prime minister announced. "I was invited to the event by President Putin even before the elections invited," the prime minister said. "The people of the Far East have stood the test of time and nature's challenges," he said, adding that the people are inspiring and that India is moved by the vision of its people and share it as well. "Eastern Economic Forum is an initiative which should reach all parts of the world," PM Modi said. Russian Far East is the easternmost territory of Russia between Lake Baikal in eastern Siberia and the Pacific Ocean and shares a land border with Mongolia, China and Korea and maritime border with the US and Japan. Explaining India's connect with that part of Russia, the prime minister said "India's connection with the Far East is old. India was the first country to open its consulate in Vladivostok. Even during Soviet time, while other foreigners were prohibited to visit the part of Russia, Indians could easily visit". Highlighting India's investment in the oil, gas sector and gems sector, PM Modi said," "this area is an opportunity for India" and President Putin's focus on the region has turned the area from "frozen land to flower land" He said India wants to work with Russia for the development of Russian Far East and "President Putin has a vision for this region" adding, like Russia, "India has a policy of sabka sath sabka vikas and the aim is to make India $5 trillion economy BY 2024". Talking about Vladivostok-Chennai maritime connect, PM Modi said it will help Indian products reach northeast Asia. PM also mentioned about Indo-Pacific concept and called for "free and inclusive Indo-Pacific". New Delhi believes that Vladivostok can be a springboard for US-India led Indo-Pacific concept that connects the Indian and Pacific ocean but is seen suspiciously by China as an attempt to contain it. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia. In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Thursday touched upon the details of the three engagements. Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and PM Modi discussed Africa and strengthening ties in trade, defence and economy between the two countries. Regional trade cooperation was taken up with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad. Malaysia conveyed its position against any form of terror and stated that officials from both the countries are in touch regarding the matter of Zakir Naik's extradition. With the Mongolian President, PM Modi talked about boosting people-to-people connect and the cultural, spiritual connection between the two nations. The leaders also discussed ways to tackle air pollution. India will be taking up the project of building a major oil refinery in Mongolia to meet the country's needs. This is the Prime Minister's maiden visit to the Russian Far East region. He will head for India later in the evening.

$1 billion credit to Russia's Far East marks take-off point for India's Act East policy: PM Modi

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday once again reiterated Indian position that the consensus created in Vladivostok with Russian President Vladimir Putin was that sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected and that there should be no interference in the internal affairs of the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the lighter note, PM Modi said that "President Putin invited me before the elections, reposing the same confidence which people of India did during the elections".&nbsp;</p>

<p>“He had faith in me as people of India,” said Narendra Modi. Asserting beginning of a new relationship, the prime minister announced that he is extending <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-extends-1-billion-line-of-credit-for-development-of-russias-far-east-pm-modi-247730">$1 billion credit line to the Far East region of Russia</a>.<br />
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He also said that it is also happening for the first time and also announced that he has invited all 11 governors of the Russian Far East to India. Prime minister Modi said that initiatives taken by India in the Far East ARE an expression of economic diplomacy.<br />
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Prime Minister looked deeply satisfied with his engagement with President Putin and thanked him for spending time with him. PM Modi emphasised that Putin on the first day of his visit was with him till 1 am.<br />
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The prime minister also said that there is immense love for the people of India in Russia and dimensions have been added to the Indo-Russian relationship.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM also said that we have set ambitious targets and India and Russia will deepen cooperation in Space and deep-sea exploration.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also emphasised on Vladivostok-Chennai sea connection and said that it will connect big markets. PM also said that he is very happy as more than 150 private businessmen from India participated in the Forum and their memorandum of understandings (MoUs) have surpassed that of the public enterprises. Since there has been a lot of focus on Russian forests, Prime Minister Modi reemphasised that "we take from nature only what is required".</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday once again reiterated Indian position that the consensus created in Vladivostok with Russian President Vladimir Putin was that sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected and that there should be no interference in the internal affairs of the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday once again reiterated Indian position that the consensus created in Vladivostok with Russian President Vladimir Putin was that sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected and that there should be no interference in the internal affairs of the country. On the lighter note, PM Modi said that "President Putin invited me before the elections, reposing the same confidence which people of India did during the elections". “He had faith in me as people of India,” said Narendra Modi. Asserting beginning of a new relationship, the prime minister announced that he is extending $1 billion credit line to the Far East region of Russia. He also said that it is also happening for the first time and also announced that he has invited all 11 governors of the Russian Far East to India. Prime minister Modi said that initiatives taken by India in the Far East ARE an expression of economic diplomacy. Prime Minister looked deeply satisfied with his engagement with President Putin and thanked him for spending time with him. PM Modi emphasised that Putin on the first day of his visit was with him till 1 am. The prime minister also said that there is immense love for the people of India in Russia and dimensions have been added to the Indo-Russian relationship. PM also said that we have set ambitious targets and India and Russia will deepen cooperation in Space and deep-sea exploration. He also emphasised on Vladivostok-Chennai sea connection and said that it will connect big markets. PM also said that he is very happy as more than 150 private businessmen from India participated in the Forum and their memorandum of understandings (MoUs) have surpassed that of the public enterprises. Since there has been a lot of focus on Russian forests, Prime Minister Modi reemphasised that "we take from nature only what is required".

PM Modi in Vladivostok: India extends $1 billion credit line to Russia's Far East

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vladivostok city of Russia on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia`s Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov. Recently Indian PM Modi and Russian President Putin visited a shipbuilding yard in Russia.

PM Modi takes tour of Zvezda shipbuilding complex in Russia

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WION Edit: PM Modi injects impetus to Indo-Russia ties

<p>Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-arrives-in-russia-on-three-day-visit-247476">Narendra Modi and Russian President</a> Vladimir Putin on Tuesday paid a visit to the 'Zvezda'&nbsp;Shipbuilding Complex with an aim to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area.</p>

<p>"Zvezda" Shipbuilding Complex is a project of strategic importance for Russia's Far Eastern region and the domestic shipbuilding industry that is implemented under the authority of the Russian President, the Government of the Russian Federation and the Consortium of JSC Rosneftegaz, Rosneft and Gazprombank.</p>

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<p>The construction of the complex started in 2009, while the ceremonial start-up of the new shipyard production took place on September 1, 2016, in the presence of Putin.</p>

<p>The largest shipbuilding complex in the country has been built in the Bay of Bolshoy Kamen, Primorsky region on the basis of the Far Eastern Shipbuilding and Ship-Repairing Center (FESSC), and the Far Eastern Shipyard "Zvezda".</p>

<p>The Complex is located at a distance of 130 kilometres and 2hr 30min hours from the FESSC campus.</p>

<p>PM Modi arrived here earlier today, on a two-day visit, to hold talks with Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum to give a new impetus to bilateral ties between India and Russia.</p>

<p>India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries.</p>

<p>In his departure statement, Modi had said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday paid a visit to the 'Zvezda' Shipbuilding Complex with an aim to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday paid a visit to the 'Zvezda' Shipbuilding Complex with an aim to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area. "Zvezda" Shipbuilding Complex is a project of strategic importance for Russia's Far Eastern region and the domestic shipbuilding industry that is implemented under the authority of the Russian President, the Government of the Russian Federation and the Consortium of JSC Rosneftegaz, Rosneft and Gazprombank. #WATCH Russia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin hug and shake hands before their departure for Zvezda ship-building complex, Vladivostok. (Earlier visuals) https://t.co/swHrcvPkVQ pic.twitter.com/U1187W5vxs — ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2019 × The construction of the complex started in 2009, while the ceremonial start-up of the new shipyard production took place on September 1, 2016, in the presence of Putin. The largest shipbuilding complex in the country has been built in the Bay of Bolshoy Kamen, Primorsky region on the basis of the Far Eastern Shipbuilding and Ship-Repairing Center (FESSC), and the Far Eastern Shipyard "Zvezda". The Complex is located at a distance of 130 kilometres and 2hr 30min hours from the FESSC campus. PM Modi arrived here earlier today, on a two-day visit, to hold talks with Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum to give a new impetus to bilateral ties between India and Russia. India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries. In his departure statement, Modi had said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space.

At Zvezda shipbuilding complex, PM Modi gets glimpse of Russia's exemplary shipbuilding prowess

Modi-Putin visits a shipbuilding yard in Russia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vladivostok city of Russia on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia`s Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov.

PM Modi receives guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/with-an-aim-to-attract-business-investment-opportunities-pm-modi-to-embark-on-russia-visit-tomorrow-247344">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a>&nbsp;on Wednesday met Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders left for a visit to&nbsp;Zvezda ship-building complex.</p>

<p>PM Modi arrived in Russia's Far-Eastern city of Vladivostok on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF).</p>

<p>PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov.</p>

<p>During the three-day visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in which the two leaders will discuss bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest.</p>

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<p>Following this, the two sides will sign agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors.</p>

<p>In his departure statement ahead of his visit to Russia, the prime minister said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries should cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prime minister was welcomed by the Indian diaspora at Russia's Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) in Vladivostok on Wednesday.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders left for a visit to Zvezda ship-building complex. PM Modi arrived in Russia's Far-Eastern city of Vladivostok on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders left for a visit to Zvezda ship-building complex. PM Modi arrived in Russia's Far-Eastern city of Vladivostok on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov. During the three-day visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in which the two leaders will discuss bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest. Vladivostok: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs for Zvezda ship-building complex along with Russian President Vladimir Putin. #Russia pic.twitter.com/02Dqbjzo0r — ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2019 × Following this, the two sides will sign agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors. In his departure statement ahead of his visit to Russia, the prime minister said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries should cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space. The prime minister was welcomed by the Indian diaspora at Russia's Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) in Vladivostok on Wednesday.

PM Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin, departs for Zvezda ship-building complex

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-arrives-in-russia-on-three-day-visit-247476">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> on Tuesday said that India and Russia need to take advantage of the low production cost in India to produce military equipment under joint venture framework at cheaper rates for the third-world nations.</p>

<p>"Today, provided that technologies are transferred, the production of military equipment can be cheap in India. And we will be able to supply these weapons to third countries at very low prices. India and Russia need to take advantage of this opportunity," Modi said in an interview to TASS.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister said that Indo-Russian partnership has extended beyond the framework of military and technical cooperation, as manifested in the help extended by Moscow to train Indian astronauts for the Gaganyaan project.</p>

<p>"Information technologies are developing well in India and we are making success in the space sphere. Now, as we are cultivating the Gaganyaan project ("Sky Vehicle" - India's first manned spacecraft), Russia will help us train our astronauts. This cooperation is not limited to just military and technical and related fields. It goes beyond this framework," the Indian premier said.</p>

<p>Modi expressed hope that his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum will give a new impetus to bilateral ties between the two countries.</p>

<p>"I am confident that this visit will give a new vector, new energy and a new impetus to the relations between our countries," he said.</p>

<p>India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries.</p>

<p>In his departure statement ahead of his visit to Russia, Modi had said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister arrived in Russia`s Far-Eastern city of Vladivostok earlier today.&nbsp;<br />
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India and Russia need to take advantage of the low production cost in India to produce military equipment under joint venture framework at cheaper rates for the third-world nations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India and Russia need to take advantage of the low production cost in India to produce military equipment under joint venture framework at cheaper rates for the third-world nations. "Today, provided that technologies are transferred, the production of military equipment can be cheap in India. And we will be able to supply these weapons to third countries at very low prices. India and Russia need to take advantage of this opportunity," Modi said in an interview to TASS. The Prime Minister said that Indo-Russian partnership has extended beyond the framework of military and technical cooperation, as manifested in the help extended by Moscow to train Indian astronauts for the Gaganyaan project. "Information technologies are developing well in India and we are making success in the space sphere. Now, as we are cultivating the Gaganyaan project ("Sky Vehicle" - India's first manned spacecraft), Russia will help us train our astronauts. This cooperation is not limited to just military and technical and related fields. It goes beyond this framework," the Indian premier said. Modi expressed hope that his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum will give a new impetus to bilateral ties between the two countries. "I am confident that this visit will give a new vector, new energy and a new impetus to the relations between our countries," he said. India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries. In his departure statement ahead of his visit to Russia, Modi had said that strong bilateral partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multi-polar world and the two countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space. The Prime Minister arrived in Russia`s Far-Eastern city of Vladivostok earlier today.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vladivostok city of Russia on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). Watch this video to know more.

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Indian foreign secretary briefed media on 20th India-Russia annual summit. Watch this video to know more.

Indian foreign secretary briefs media on 20th India-Russia annual summit

PM Narendra Modi addressed the media in a joint statement with Russian President Putin. Russia and India exchanged agreements in Vladivostok. PM Modi said, “India-Russia friendship is not restricted to their respective capital cities. We have put people at the core of this relationship.”

PM Modi, President Putin hold a joint media briefing

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talk with the Russian President Vladimir Putin. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vladivostok city of Russia on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia`s Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov. Later Indian PM Modi and Russian President Putin visited Zvezda shipbuilding complex in Russia.

Modi's Russia visit: Several business MoUs expected to be signed

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding bilateral talks with the Russian President Vladimir Putin. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vladivostok city of Russia on Wednesday to participate in the 20th India-Russia annual summit and the fifth meeting of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). Indian PM Modi received a guard of honour at the Vladivostok International Airport in the presence of Russia`s Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov. Later Indian PM Modi and Russian President Putin visited Zvezda shipbuilding complex in Russia.

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-zvezda-shipbuilding-complex-pm-modi-gets-glimpse-of-russias-exemplary-shipbuilding-prowess-247512">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> on Wednesday held bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after arriving in Vladivostok, Russia.</p>

<p>The prime minister thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin and his government for conferring country's highest civilian award - guard of honour - and said that it was an honour for him to visit Russia and meet the president for the third time this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi spoke about his day with the Russian president and their visit to the Zvezda shipbuilding complex.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">PM: Russia is an integral friend &amp; trustworthy partner of India. You've personally focussed on expanding our special &amp; privileged strategic partnership. As 2 integral friends, wé've met regularly. I've spoken to you over telephone on several issues, I've never felt any hesitation <a href="https://t.co/FkLlQJMw7s">pic.twitter.com/FkLlQJMw7s</a></p>
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<p>"This exhibits the new dimension to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-bats-for-india-russia-collaboration-to-produce-low-cost-military-equipment-247479">strategic cooperation between our countries</a>. I am excited to be part of the 20th edition of the India-Russia Summit," PM Modi said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prime minister added that he is humbled by the welcome of the Russian people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This meet exhibits the friendly ties between our countries, it is a matter of pride for 1.3 billion Indians," PM Modi said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Describing Russia as a friend and a nation that has supported India, the prime minister stated that Russia has personally given importance to bolstering its strategic partnership with India.</p>

<p>"Some very important talks are due to take place at the Summit which should further strengthen our ties and take all aspects of our ties - like defence, nuclear energy, space - &nbsp;to new heights," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday paid a visit to the 'Zvezda' Shipbuilding Complex with an aim to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area.</p>

<p>PM Modi arrived in Vladivostok, Russia earlier today, on a two-day visit, to hold talks with Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum to give a new impetus to bilateral ties between India and Russia.</p>

<p>India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after arriving in Vladivostok, Russia. The prime minister thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin and his government for conferring country's highest civilian award - guard of honour - and said that it was an honour for him to visit Russia and meet the president for the third time this year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after arriving in Vladivostok, Russia. The prime minister thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin and his government for conferring country's highest civilian award - guard of honour - and said that it was an honour for him to visit Russia and meet the president for the third time this year. PM Modi spoke about his day with the Russian president and their visit to the Zvezda shipbuilding complex. PM: Russia is an integral friend & trustworthy partner of India. You've personally focussed on expanding our special & privileged strategic partnership. As 2 integral friends, wé've met regularly. I've spoken to you over telephone on several issues, I've never felt any hesitation pic.twitter.com/FkLlQJMw7s — ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2019 × "This exhibits the new dimension to strategic cooperation between our countries. I am excited to be part of the 20th edition of the India-Russia Summit," PM Modi said. The prime minister added that he is humbled by the welcome of the Russian people. "This meet exhibits the friendly ties between our countries, it is a matter of pride for 1.3 billion Indians," PM Modi said. PM Modi in Russia: You've announced that I'll be awarded with Russia's highest civilian award. I express my gratitude to you & people of Russia. This demonstrates the friendly relations between the people of our 2 countries. It's a matter of honour for the 1.3 billion Indians. pic.twitter.com/lnIPv1NQjV — ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2019 × Describing Russia as a friend and a nation that has supported India, the prime minister stated that Russia has personally given importance to bolstering its strategic partnership with India. "Some very important talks are due to take place at the Summit which should further strengthen our ties and take all aspects of our ties - like defence, nuclear energy, space - to new heights," he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday paid a visit to the 'Zvezda' Shipbuilding Complex with an aim to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area. PM Modi arrived in Vladivostok, Russia earlier today, on a two-day visit, to hold talks with Putin on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum to give a new impetus to bilateral ties between India and Russia. India and Russia are expected to sign numerous agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors at the 20th Annual Summit between the two countries.

A friend and supporter, Russia has given importance to strengthening ties with India: PM Modi 

<p>With Prime Minister Narendra Modi to embark on a two-day visit to Russia's Vladivostok tomorrow, India is looking forward to attract more business and investment opportunities.</p>

<p>Modi with this visit aims to strengthen beneficial cooperation between India and Russia.</p>

<p>"The objective of my visit is two-fold- to participate as the Chief Guest at the 5th Eastern Economic Forum at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Mr Vladimir Putin and to hold the 20th India-Russia Annual Summit with him," the Prime Minister said in a departure statement prior to his visit to Vladivostok.</p>

<p>"The Forum focuses on the development of business and investment opportunities in the Russian Far East Region, and presents enormous potential for developing close and mutually beneficial cooperation between India and Russia in this region," the statement read.</p>

<p>Notably, Modi will be the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Russian Far East Region, Vladivostok.</p>

<p>"Our two countries enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Both countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space. We have robust and growing trade and investment relations," Modi said.</p>

<p>"I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. I also look forward to meeting other global leaders attending the Eastern Economic Forum, and interacting with Indian Industry and business representatives participating in it," the Prime Minister added.</p>

<p>Divulging a few pointers from his itinerary in Russia, Modi said that he would be paying a visit to the Zvezda shipbuilding complex that would provide a great opportunity to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area.</p>

<p>As a part of efforts to boost cultural cooperation, the Prime Minister said that a special stamp to commemorate Gandhi Ji's 150th Jayanti would be released during his trip.</p>

<p>"An innovative App to popularise Yoga would also be inaugurated. I hope more Russian sisters and brothers make Yoga an integral part of their routine," he tweeted.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the Russian Embassy in New Delhi said that India will have its own pavilion called the 'India Lounge' at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok.</p>


With Prime Minister Narendra Modi to embark on a two-day visit to Russia's Vladivostok tomorrow, India is looking forward to attract more business and investment opportunities.

With Prime Minister Narendra Modi to embark on a two-day visit to Russia's Vladivostok tomorrow, India is looking forward to attract more business and investment opportunities. Modi with this visit aims to strengthen beneficial cooperation between India and Russia. "The objective of my visit is two-fold- to participate as the Chief Guest at the 5th Eastern Economic Forum at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Mr Vladimir Putin and to hold the 20th India-Russia Annual Summit with him," the Prime Minister said in a departure statement prior to his visit to Vladivostok. "The Forum focuses on the development of business and investment opportunities in the Russian Far East Region, and presents enormous potential for developing close and mutually beneficial cooperation between India and Russia in this region," the statement read. Notably, Modi will be the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Russian Far East Region, Vladivostok. "Our two countries enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Both countries cooperate extensively in the strategic fields of defence, civil nuclear energy and peaceful uses of space. We have robust and growing trade and investment relations," Modi said. "I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. I also look forward to meeting other global leaders attending the Eastern Economic Forum, and interacting with Indian Industry and business representatives participating in it," the Prime Minister added. Divulging a few pointers from his itinerary in Russia, Modi said that he would be paying a visit to the Zvezda shipbuilding complex that would provide a great opportunity to learn about Russia's exemplary capabilities in the shipbuilding sector as well as explore possibilities of cooperation in this area. As a part of efforts to boost cultural cooperation, the Prime Minister said that a special stamp to commemorate Gandhi Ji's 150th Jayanti would be released during his trip. "An innovative App to popularise Yoga would also be inaugurated. I hope more Russian sisters and brothers make Yoga an integral part of their routine," he tweeted. As a part of efforts to boost cultural cooperation, a special stamp to commemorate Gandhi Ji’s 150th Jayanti would be released. An innovative App to popularise Yoga would also be inaugurated. I hope more Russian sisters and brothers make Yoga an integral part of their routine. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 3, 2019 × Meanwhile, the Russian Embassy in New Delhi said that India will have its own pavilion called the 'India Lounge' at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries.</p>

<p>In his departure statement, PM Modi said India and Russia, "enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership" and the "strong partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multipolar world and the two countries closely cooperate towards this end in regional and multilateral fora."</p>

<p>On the first day, Modi along with Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit ‘Zvezda’ Shipbuilding Plant which makes vessels including icebreakers and oil tankers and ‘Street of the Far East’ exhibition. The first day will also see the annual India-Russia summit with both leaders holding bilateral talks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the second day, Modi will speak at the plenary of the Eastern Economic Forum and attend a judo championship with Putin. A six-member Indian team is in Vladivostok to take part in the championship.</p>

<p>"I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.", PM said.</p>

<p>India believes its engagement with Russian far east will help its Indo-pacific engagement and can help in shortage of manpower in that part of Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A fiver year road map (2019-2024) will be announced on hydrocarbon cooperation both in terms of purchase and exploration. COAL India and Steel Authority of India are will sign MoUs with there Russian counterpart for export of coking coal and cooperation in the mining sector.</p>

<p>Asked if Kamov Ka-226 or Ka 226 T --Russian utility helicopter contract will be signed, Foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale in a briefing said, "As far as I am aware there will be no announcement regarding any specific agreements that have been reached"</p>

<p>An India-Russia business dialogue will take place and for this a 50-member delegation from FICCI is in the Russian city. 8 to 10 business MoUs will be signed during PM's visit. Previous Eastern Economic Forum, which was started in 2015 has seen high-level political representations by India.&nbsp;</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries. In his departure statement, PM Modi said India and Russia, "enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership" and the "strong partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multipolar world and the two countries closely cooperate towards this end in regional and multilateral fora." On the first day, Modi along with Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit ‘Zvezda’ Shipbuilding Plant which makes vessels including icebreakers and oil tankers and ‘Street of the Far East’ exhibition. The first day will also see the annual India-Russia summit with both leaders holding bilateral talks. On the second day, Modi will speak at the plenary of the Eastern Economic Forum and attend a judo championship with Putin. A six-member Indian team is in Vladivostok to take part in the championship. "I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.", PM said. India believes its engagement with Russian far east will help its Indo-pacific engagement and can help in shortage of manpower in that part of Russia. A fiver year road map (2019-2024) will be announced on hydrocarbon cooperation both in terms of purchase and exploration. COAL India and Steel Authority of India are will sign MoUs with there Russian counterpart for export of coking coal and cooperation in the mining sector. Asked if Kamov Ka-226 or Ka 226 T --Russian utility helicopter contract will be signed, Foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale in a briefing said, "As far as I am aware there will be no announcement regarding any specific agreements that have been reached" An India-Russia business dialogue will take place and for this a 50-member delegation from FICCI is in the Russian city. 8 to 10 business MoUs will be signed during PM's visit. Previous Eastern Economic Forum, which was started in 2015 has seen high-level political representations by India.

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